Quote by Guy Fieri

I was always a kid trying to make a buck. I borrowed a dollar from my dad, went to the penny candy store, bought a dollar's worth of candy, set up my booth, and sold candy for five cents apiece. Ate half my inventory, made $2.50, gave my dad back his dollar.

I was always a kid trying to make a buck. I borrowed a dolla

Summary

This quote highlights the entrepreneurial spirit and resourcefulness of the speaker as a young child. It portrays their inclination towards self-reliance and willingness to take risks in pursuit of financial gain. By leveraging a small loan, investing in candy, and setting up a makeshift booth, the speaker not only sustains their personal pleasure but also manages to make a profit by selling the candy at a higher price. Returning the initial loan to their father reflects their conscientiousness and integrity, illustrating a responsible approach to business even at a tender age.

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By Guy Fieri

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